2ESS

2 Earth and Space Science

Course Description

Learning Area Leader: Ms C. Green.

In this course learners will use aspects of other science to develop their understanding of the formation of our solar system as well as geological features on our planet. They will delve into socio-scientific issues and use science to explain the geological past. 


Skills/content you will cover in this course 

  • Practical science investigations

  • Local Geology

  • Life cycles of stars and the formation of the solar system

  • Socio-scientific issues like space junk.


Skills you need to be successful in this course - Writing and research skills, independent study skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others.

This course is useful for or will lead to - Level 3 Earth and Space Science

Recommended Prior Learning

Any Level 1 Science course

Pathway

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 16
Internal Assessed Credits: 12
External Assessed Credits: 4
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91188 v2
NZQA Info

Earth and Space Science 2.2 - Examine an Earth and Space Science issue and the validity of the information communicated to the public


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91189 v2
NZQA Info

Earth and Space Science 2.3 - Investigate geological processes in a New Zealand locality


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91190 v2
NZQA Info

Earth and Space Science 2.4 - Investigate how organisms survive in an extreme environment


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91192 v2
NZQA Info

Earth and Space Science 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of stars and planetary systems


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 16
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Please note that course assessment and costs/equipment may change.